Privacy Policy

1. Who we are

Best VPS Platform is an independent editorial publication that reviews and ranks Virtual Private Server (VPS) hosting providers. References to "we", "our", and "us" in this Privacy Policy refer to the operators of this site.

2. Information we collect

We aim to collect as little personal information as is reasonably necessary to operate the site and improve our content. The categories of information we may collect include:

• Technical data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device type, referring URL, and pages viewed. This data is typically captured automatically by web servers and analytics tools.
• Usage data: aggregated information about how visitors interact with the site, such as time spent on a page, scroll depth, and link clicks. This helps us understand which content is useful and where the experience can be improved.
• Affiliate referral data: when you click an outbound link to a hosting provider, our partners and their affiliate networks may record that the click came from our site. This is how the merchant attributes any resulting purchase to us.
• Voluntary information: if you contact us directly, we will receive any details you choose to share, such as your name and email address.

We do not knowingly collect sensitive categories of personal data, and we do not collect financial account information through this site.

3. How we use information

We use the information we collect to:

• Operate, maintain, and secure the website.
• Measure and improve the quality and relevance of our editorial content.
• Understand audience trends in aggregate, such as which provider reviews are most useful to readers.
• Receive credit for affiliate referrals when you complete a qualifying action with a hosting provider.
• Respond to enquiries you send to us through the contact channels listed on the site.

We do not sell personal information, and we do not use it for cross-site advertising profiles.

4. Cookies and similar technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies (such as local storage and pixel tags) to keep the site functioning, to understand site usage, and to attribute affiliate referrals correctly. Cookies fall into a few broad categories:

• Strictly necessary: required for core site functionality.
• Performance and analytics: let us count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the site, typically in aggregate.
• Affiliate attribution: set by merchants and their affiliate networks when you click an outbound link to a hosting provider, so the merchant can credit any resulting purchase to us.
• Functional: remember choices you make so the site can deliver a more personalised experience.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Doing so may affect site functionality. Where required by applicable law, we will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies.

5. Third-party services

We rely on a small number of trusted third-party services to operate the site, including hosting infrastructure, analytics, and content delivery networks. These providers process limited data on our behalf and are bound by their own privacy and security commitments. Outbound affiliate links lead to third-party sites that operate under their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.

6. Data retention

We retain personal data only for as long as is reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this policy, or as required by applicable law. Aggregated and anonymised analytics data may be retained for longer periods to support trend analysis and editorial planning.

7. International transfers

The site and the services we use may be hosted in countries other than the one in which you reside. By using the site, you understand that information about you may be processed in those countries. Where personal data is transferred internationally, we take reasonable steps to ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place.

8. Your rights

Depending on where you live, you may have rights regarding the personal data we hold about you. These can include the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of your data, and the right to object to certain processing or to withdraw consent. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the channels listed on the site, and we will respond in accordance with applicable law.

9. Children

The site is not directed at children under the age of 13 (or the equivalent minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided personal data to us, please contact us so we can remove the information.

10. Security

We apply reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect the information we hold from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. No method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, however, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. The "Last updated" date at the top of the page indicates when the most recent revisions took effect. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please reach out via the contact channels listed on the site. We aim to respond to legitimate enquiries within a reasonable timeframe.